premature
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According to the NHS, sunbeds are more dangerous than natural sunlight because they deliver concentrated UV radiation, which increases the risk of skin cancer, premature ageing, sunburn and eye damage.
From BBC
Compounding rewards patience only if investors avoid self‑inflicted interruptions — unnecessary losses early, premature gains later.
From MarketWatch
Compounding rewards patience only if investors avoid self‑inflicted interruptions — unnecessary losses early, premature gains later.
From MarketWatch
The procedure appeared to be successful, and scans were showing improvements - but then Maddie went into premature labour at 29 weeks, just hours after she and husband Michael held a baby shower for their son.
From BBC
“We have not gained access to inspect the vehicle, which is critical to understanding what occurred, and it would be premature to draw conclusions at this stage,” a GM spokesman said.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.